Chapter 67

Sasha's POV

As I finished my bath and prepared to settle in for the night, the rumble of a car engine outside drew my attention. Peeking through the curtains, I spotted Valentino's Rolls Royce parked downstairs.

His presence there, particularly at this late hour, left me puzzled and uneasy. When our eyes met as he stood by the car, I hesitated momentarily before reluctantly deciding to confront him.

Opening the door, Valentino rushed towards me, gripping my arm and steering me towards the sofa with an urgency that startled me. His eyes, clouded with alcohol, locked onto mine with an intensity that was both unsettling and confusing.

"I love you," he murmured into my ear, his breath tinged with the scent of wine.

My heart skipped a beat. Could he really mean it? Despite knowing deep down it might be the alcohol talking, his words stirred a flicker of emotion within me. Despite his unpredictable behavior, I couldn't deny the bond we shared after spending so much time together.

I stood t